Mykhailo Shabanov

Journalist

Political scientist, political analyst. Specializes in international politics, communication, issues of modern media, socio-political processes, research into issues of domestic politics. My goal is to create relevant analytical content for the audience, to identify leading trends in the development of modern politics at different levels of functioning.

Education

Odesa I. I. Mechnikov National University

political scientist, candidate of political sciences

Odessa National University named after I.I. Mechnikov

Associate Professor of the Department of Political Science

Work Experience

Awards and Honors

Recent Publications

Analytics

From the Caspian to the Dnipro: a New Architecture of Partnership between Ukraine and Azerbaijan

Ukraine and Azerbaijan are states with similar historical experiences of fighting for sovereignty and territorial integrity. The Kyiv-Baku axis is becoming one of the most important elements of the new architecture of relations in the space from the Caspian to the Black Sea. On 14 February 2026, a meeting between Presidents Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Ilham

06.03.2026

Analytics

Mexico and Cuba in Donald Trump’s Policy: Forceful Scenario or Sanctions Pressure?

The year 2026 began with a US special operation in Venezuela. Against the backdrop of these events, the situation with Cuba and Mexico has now become truly tense. The ‘Maduro case’ has triggered more profound processes. At the beginning of this year, Donald Trump’s rhetoric became much more aggressive, but it is important to distinguish

27.01.2026

Analytics

Donald Trump against the backdrop of peace talks: what should Ukraine expect in 2026?

The peace process has become a kind of calling card for US President Donald Trump. The desire to be a global peacemaker, especially when it comes to protracted and extremely bloody conflicts, is a priority for Trump. At the same time, the businessman’s vision is based on a belief in his own exceptionalism and his

11.01.2026